Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the landscape of 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Lead Futurist & Tech Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation digital transformation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of radical imagination, analytical rigor, and executive leadership to identify emerging trends, disrupt conventional paradigms, and pioneer solutions that will define industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovators to translate foresight into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, and possess an unyielding passion for what's next, this is your moment to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year technology foresight frameworks for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype disruptive solutions addressing 2026 market needs
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to pioneer next-gen capabilities
- Present future scenario analyses and innovation roadmaps to executive stakeholders and investors
- Drive organizational adoption of emerging technologies through change management programs
- Author thought leadership content positioning the company as a 2026 technology pioneer
- Mentor a dedicated innovation team in foresight methodologies and strategic prototyping
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology consulting with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (AI/ML, AR/VR, blockchain)
- Expertise in futures research methodologies (scenario planning, Delphi technique, horizon scanning)
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- Exceptional executive communication skills with experience presenting to C-suite and boards
- Deep understanding of global tech policy, ethical implications, and regulatory landscapes
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ innovation initiatives scaled to $10M+ revenue impact
- Certification in Foresight or Innovation Management preferred